About us.

What is Hikmah Youth?

  • Hikmah Youth is a Madrasah established by our beloved Ustadha Khadijah within the comfort of her own home, now named as ‘House of Al-Arqam’.

    In the summer of 2016, Ustadha Khadijah began her community work by helping family friends learn to read the Qur'an. Soon after, their children also joined her classes. By the grace of Allah, this humble beginning has blossomed into what we know today as Hikmah Youth, having served over 100 students over the years, all within the welcoming space of Ustadha's household.

Group of children sitting outdoors on wooden pallets, involved in an activity. A person dressed in a costume is interacting with them. There are balloons and trees in the background.
A room with a plush patterned rug, a wooden book stand, a white mattress with a floral pillow, and a cubed shelf containing fabric and books. Soft light filters through sheer curtains.
Two people in white lab coats planting seeds in small black pots on a black mat with a nearby white bowl.
Minimalist room with white walls and large windows featuring sheer curtains. A whiteboard with sticky notes is leaning against the wall. There's a red and beige patterned rug on the wooden floor, a plant in a blue pot, and a gray cushion and mat near
Colorful sign with text 'We Are The Hikmah Youth Kids', asking for donations with a QR code. Decorated with leaves, a heart, a donation box, and small drawings.
A group of young people, one in a light jacket and patterned scarf, writing on a clipboard while others look on.
Person in a hoodie observing open ancient books in a glass display case at a museum.
Children seated in a room wearing winter clothing, engaging in conversation, with wooden floors and a blue table nearby.

Our Mission

  • Arabic calligraphy of the name Muhammad on a decorative dark brown background.

    01. Devotion to sunnah

    Encouraging a devotion to the way of the Prophet ﷺ

  • Open pages of the Quran with ornamental Arabic calligraphy and decorative borders.

    02. Companionship of the Qur'an

    Providing a comprehensive and well-rounded traditional curriculum focused on the Qur'ān.

  • Close-up of young green seedlings growing in soil.

    03. Environment that's speaks God

    Creating an atmosphere that supports improved academic, behavioural, and spiritual performance.

Meet the Teachers

  • Ustadha Khadijah Mwanga

    Ustadha Khadijah is the esteemed lead principal, bringing over a decade of teaching experience to her role. Her journey in Islamic education began with a profound passion for the Quran, inspiring her to pursue advanced studies in various Islamic sciences. 

    She has also completed the ‘Greensville trust’ Micro Madrasa program under Shaykh Ibrahim Osi Efa & Shaykh Haroon Hanif.

    Currently Ustadha Khadijah is embarking herself in the studies of the Arabic language to eventually integrate the language into the Madrasa studies.


  • Ustadha Madina Serwadda

    Ustadha Madina is the daughter of Ustadha Khadijah. She was born in London and later moved to Huddersfield. Her journey into Islamic studies began at Hanfia Masjid, where she first learned to read the Quran. In her early teens, she enrolled in the Aalimah course at Al-Markaz ul-Islami. Following that, at the age of 15, she joined the Micro Madrasa course with Greensville Trust. After completing the Micro Madrasa program, Ustadha Madina focused on her nursing studies, ultimately graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Adult Nursing. Eager to continue her education, she pursued further Islamic studies through an opportunity at Mustafa Mount, an alumni of the Micro Madrasa program, where she is currently studying on weekends.

  • Ustadha Samah Shahid

    In 2016, Ustadha Khadijah welcomed her first student, Ustadha Samah, to the Madrasa. This marked the beginning of a journey that would transform the institution into the esteemed center of learning it is today. Ustadha Samah’s enrollment was a significant milestone, serving as a spark that ignited the Madrasa’s growth and development.

    Today, Ustadha Samah is not only a former student of the Madrasa but also a respected teacher within the same institution. Her journey from the first student to a key educator reflects her commitment to nurturing and developing its students into knowledgeable and capable leaders.

  • Ustadha Muzdalifa Hassan

    Ustadha Muzdalifa was among the first students to join the Madrasa, bringing a unique energy and dedication that greatly contributed to the institution’s development. Her enrollment marked an important milestone in the Madrasa’s evolution, helping to shape its academic direction and fostering a deep commitment to learning within the community.

    Today, Ustadha Muzdalifa is an esteemed alumna and a respected teacher at the Madrasa.

    Alongside teaching, she is currently studying on the Micro Madrasa program at Mustafa Mount to further her knowledge in Islamic sciences.

Behind The Logo

  • Logo of Hikmah Youth with a stylized turquoise feather design to the left of the text.

    The 'Hikmah Youth' logo features a quill, symbolizing the pen, which is mentioned in the Qur'an: "Read, for your Lord is the Most Generous, who taught by the pen, who taught man what he did not know" (Quran, 96:1-5). This verse highlights the significance of knowledge and the written word, connecting deeply with the essence of the organization. Additionally, the word حكمة (Hikmah), meaning wisdom, is integral to the logo, reflecting the core mission of Hikmah Youth to cultivate knowledge and wisdom in young minds.

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